This Silvertone Chalice is Nickel / Chrome plated from the outside and 24 carat Gold plated from the inside. The Chalice stands 7.5 inch (19 cm) tall and has a fluid capacity of 10.1 US fluid ounce/ 300 ml. The Chalice is made of 100% Pure Brass and the base metal and is Nickel & Chrome electro-plated from the outside (40-60 microns). The inside of the Cup and Paten are electro-plated with Silver (SI) and then 24 Carat Gold (60-80 microns). The gold used for plating is 24 carat bank gold coin with 99.995 purity and not any cheap industrial gold. The base of the chalice is not left hollow and is covered with a base plate.